The Use of a Fleet-Type Submarine as a Quiet Research Platform.

Abstract

INFORMATION IS PRESENTED CONCERNING THE FEASIBILITY OF USING A FLEET-TYPE SUBMARINE AS A RESEARCH PLATFORM FROM WHICH VARIOUS ACOUSTICAL AND OCEANOGRAPHIC STUDIES MAY BE CONDUCTED. Information on activities contacted, their programs, and their requirements is also presented. Capabilities of a submarine to meet research program requirements were determined. Items such as power supply, endurance, atmosphere control, manning requirements, weights, space, costs, submerged mooring, and special equipment were considered. (C) (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 1962
Accession Number
AD0331362

Entities

People

  • E.c. Godfrey
  • W.t. Beran

Organizations

  • General Dynamics Electric Boat

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Ground and Sea Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Atmospheres
  • Materials Handling Equipment
  • Pallets
  • Platforms
  • Power Equipment
  • Power Supplies
  • Submarines

Readers

  • Aerospace Test and Evaluation
  • Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering.

Technology Areas

  • Space